Roger Adams Award in Organic Chemistry
Award at a Glance
Nomination Period Extended: Due to the impacts of the federal government shutdown on many of our members, we have extended the nomination period for the 2027 National Awards until December 15 at 11.59 PM ET.
Purpose
To recognize and encourage outstanding contributions to research in organic chemistry.
Description
The award consists of a medallion, a certificate, and $25,000. The award is presented biennially in odd-numbered years and the recipient will deliver a lecture at the Biennial National Organic Chemistry Symposium of the ACS National Meeting. Travel expenses to the symposium will be reimbursed.
Eligibility
The award will be granted regardless of race, gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, presence of disabilities, and educational background.
Deadline
November 1 (Presented Biennially in Odd-Numbered Years) - Extended to December 15, 2025.
How to Apply
The nomination period is open from July 1 to November 1 annually. Learn more about submitting a nomination for the ACS National Awards.
Sponsor
Organic Reactions, Inc. and Organic Syntheses, Inc.
History
The award was established in 1959 by Organic Syntheses, Inc. and Organic Reactions, Inc. and is co-sponsored by the ACS Division of Organic Chemistry.
Contact Information
ACS National Awards Program
American Chemical Society
1155 16th Street NW | Washington, DC 20036
Email: awards@acs.org
